Just another day on my COVID-19 watch. Gnocchi or gnudi, you pick! First of all, what is the difference? One thing for sure is that Gnudi is not related to the bad dream you have every once in a while about the after-effects from the first college frat party you […]
Today we are making the Best Birria-Style Smash Burger Taco. Birria tacos are everywhere these days. And I love ’em. I am a sauce guy. So anytime I can dip something in a sauce or gravy (ie. fries in gravy a la poutine or a seasoned french dip), I’m a […]
If you are looking for the best layered Lasagna Bolognese, you have come to the right place. Who needs 3 or 4 layers when you can make 10, 20, 50, or 100! One of my tests when checking out a new Italian restaurant is how tasty their lasagna dish is. […]
I’m back on my Dim Sum kick and this time I’m focusing on making the best Char Siu Gua Bao! As a big fan of Asian Cuisine, dim sum is one of my favorites. My first thought when It’s Sunday Brunch time is to go for Dim Sum. It’s a […]
Friends are finally getting back together and enjoying each other’s company now that COVID regulations are opening up some. That means it’s time to celebrate and make this the best Cinco de Mayo ever. There are so many great Mexican recipes out there. What are you in the mood for? […]
When I think back to the best Chicken Tikka Masala recipe I have ever had, my mind always goes back to a dish I had in a small restaurant in the outskirts of London, England. For those who have never been to England, there is a large Indian population; and […]
Your family has a tradition of Asian Takeout Night every Sunday. Your favorite Chinese Restaurant is no longer in business and you are very sad. What to do? Make your own, of course! Kung Pao Chicken has always been my favorite dish for Chinese Takeout. I know that Chinese Takeout […]
What could be better than a chicken roulade stuffed with Nduja? Your first question might be, “what is Nduja?” Nduja is not a typical Italian dish that most of us are familiar with. Nduja (pronounced en-DOO-ya) is a soft, spreadable type of pork salami (paté-like) with Calabrian chiles and a […]
It was the perfect time to have a night out on the town in Temecula. Nancy had an old friend who lives in Orange County in town for a conference. And so off we went. We started off having a couple of drinks at the Pechanga Resort where Nancy’s friend […]
Who is looking for the best lasagna with a bechamel? That would be me! After researching many traditional recipes for lasagna, I came up with a recipe that definitely provides all the flavors that I wanted. It has always been one of my tests when checking out a new Italian […]
Are you looking for a traditional recipe for Pasta Carbonara? You have come to the right place! I think you will find that my recipe for a traditional and authentic pasta carbonara will care of all your needs. I like to visit my favorite restaurants when developing my recipes. So […]
Making my Perfectly Crunchy Wontons always seems to be the right dish to take care of my cravings for something fried, sweet, and spicy! I have been having cravings these days for Asian-inspired dim sum. That is primarily due to a great cooking class that I had with Chef Paul […]
Whose up for indulging in the best kebobs, Greek rice and tzatziki? If you have a grill, the probability is that you have made some version of chicken kabobs. I really enjoy the flavors of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines. If you are trying to eat healthier, this is a […]
I don’t know if you have ever gone through the maze of an IKEA Store, but the reward of finding your way through the store is being able to enjoy one of the best versions of Swedish Meatballs at their in-house restaurant! I’m not quite sure how authentic their recipe […]
Beef Birria and Tuetano Tacos. I have never had birria, so I was intrigued. These days, I am finding myself open to different tastes and textures in what I eat. I read an article by Troy Johnson who writes for the San Diego Magazine. It was about a family restaurant […]
Just another hot day on my COVID-19 watch. T.G.I.S. (Thank God It’s Someday!) I don’t know about you, but I always have extra tortillas sitting in my pantry. I have done my wraps, tacos, enchiladas. What about pizza? Making pizza from tortillas? Quick and easy. No dough to deal with. A perfect, […]
Elote is probably the best version of corn on the cob on the planet! When you put together mayo, sour cream, chile powder, and other herbs and spices, and cook it on the grill; that taste combination is just amazing! Since the season for corn on the cob is May […]
Just another day on my COVID-19 watch. T.G.I.S. (Thank God It’s Someday!) However, it is Cinco de Mayo, on Taco Tuesday, during the COVID-19 craziness named after a Mexican Beer!! This could not be a better day to make Carnitas, the one dish I use to gauge any and all Mexican Restaurants! […]
Just another day on my COVID-19 watch. T.G.I.S. (Thank God It’s Someday!) If you are looking for a simple meal involving a green vegetable and a protein, go for broccoli and beef! All vegetarian, you ask? Substitute some tofu or just add more or different veggies. You want chicken or pork? Make […]
Another day on my COVID-19 watch… Empanadas….Yes, it is a comfort food kind of day. The rain has started. So as this chaos and life weirdness continue, any semblance of normalcy is appreciated. I was thinking of the Rotary Club of Temecula which I am a member of and all […]